Major prophets of Isaiah era and the lure of secularism
The lesson reviews three ancient Israelite prophets and contrasts Elijah and Elisha with Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel as literary prophets. It notes Isaiah as a premier major prophet, possibly linked to Judah's royal line, whose martyrdom is hinted at in Hebrews. The text argues divine plans depend on obedience to God, opposing secularist beliefs that rely on human schemes.
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Tume
Jane
Israel
Elijah
Elisha
Bome
Isaiah
Jeremiah
Ezekiel
Nami
Tsalan
Judah
Assyria
Egypt
Denominational Meet Reflects Faith Against Threats
A sermon titled Denominational Meet Should Enhance Beliefs outlines trust in God amid Assyrian threats. It recalls Hezekiah and Isaiah, praising divine guidance over earthly power, noting Egypt and Assyria fail without God. The piece also highlights church unity talks and pride in progress within the United Presbyterian USA.
Sermon of Week Reflections on Gender Roles in Church
A reader writes of feeling isolated in a church where women and youth challenge male and elder leadership. They describe despair, longing for guidance, and question what religion means in a changing congregation. They seek direction from an upcoming church meeting and a shepherd to lead them.
Oak Hills Workshop Set at Church on Callaghan Road
Oak Hills Presbyterian Church at 6749 Callaghan Road hosts a creativity workshop previews of new materials for Christian education leaders. Dr. Ralph Graham and Dr. J. Randall Nichols lead sessions on teaching media aids as teachers from San Antonio area congregations attend. The event kicks off a series of teacher training offerings by Presbyterian churches in the San Antonio area and other congregations, culminating in the Synod School at Trinity University in June 2006.
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Oak Hills Presbyteriann
Callaghan Road
Jt Iesson
Spor-Lawnrkshop
Oak Hills Christian
J. Randall Nichols
Oak Hills Presbyterian Church
Ralph Graham
Trinity Unie
Delbert J. Rowland
Presbyterian
Gatlona
San Antonio
Carlos .Jones
Trachers
Presbyterian Church
Duane Skiles
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church
Austin
San Antonio J
Riral
Synod of Texas
Synod
Trinity University
Ok Hills
Laurger
Classes for Blind at Jrst Baptist Vacation Bible School
The Junior Baptist Church offers special classes for blind or partially sighted children during Vacation Bible School from 8:48 to 11:45 am, Monday through Friday. Mrs. Charles Winter, elementary director, says the week’s theme is Talking with God and features painting and music plus activities with sighted peers. Betty Snyder will train workers. transportation is available if needed. Parents may call Mrs. Winter at 226-0263.
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Jrst Baptist Church
Charles Winter
God
Betty Snyder
Teachep of
Winter
God the Only Cause and Creator sermon at church
Readings at Christian Science Church address spiritual dimension of talent use. The lesson cites Mary Baker Eddy and Science and Health to claim human capacities enlarge as humanity gains a higher realization of man.
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God
Christian Science Church
Mary Biker Eddy
Bellaire Baptist Conference Set to Begin
Bellaire Baptist Church announces a Chris t Life Conference led by Charles Culpepper and the Conquerors Through Christ team. The event runs nightly at 7 pm through June 18 with special classes for juniors youth and adults and a nightly service.
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Charles Culpepper
Conquerors Through
Christ Evangelistic Team
Bellaire Baptist Church
Episcopal trustees from Texas to elect University head
Six San Antonio residents are among trustees voting to elect a new head of the University of the South. Members include Bishop Harold Gosnell, Bishop R. Bart Dicas, Rev. Maurice M. Bensted, Robert M. Ayres, William R. Rockwood, and Arthur E. Johnson, all part of a 24-diocese group. The 120-member board will choose to succeed Edward McCrady, who is nearing his twentieth year as president.
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University of the South
San Antonio
Harold Gosnell
Episcopal
Diocese of West Texas
R. Bart Dicas
Maurice M. Bensted
Christ Eycopal Church
Robert M. Ayres Fir
Russ and Co
Investment Barking
William R. Rockwood
Alamo Welding Supply
Arthur E. Johnson
Annual Youth Camp to Open at Southside Gospel Church
The fourth Annual Youth Camp of Southside Gospel Church in Roosevelt opens Monday at the Par tto Ranch on Highway 96 south of San Antonio. Rev Odell Allen will direct the camp for youth 12 to 22 with a $12 fee covering Monday noon to Saturday breakfast. Contact South Side Camp at 923-2230 for more information.
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Anya Yous
Southside Gospel Church
War Roosevelt
Castle Hills to Host Crawford in 10th Year Events
Crawford a noted Bible scholar and author will speak at Castle Hills Christian Church during morning and evening services. Former UT El Paso professor has written over a dozen books on the Bible. New Folk Singers perform at 5 p.m. Sunday with ice cream supper afterward. Carrie of Spring Branch Christian Church will also speak June 13 at 10:50 a.m. worship following the daily sessions through June 13.
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Dy, DC
Crawford
Castle Hills Christian Church
University of Texas At el Paso
Castle Mrss Christian
West Avenue
Phu K. Carrie
Spring Branch
Heistian Church
Houston
Castle Hills Christian
Madison Square Reduces Sunday Worship Season
The Rev William P Caldwell pastor of Madison Square Presbyterian Church announced one worship service Sundays from June 6 through August 29 at 10 am along with Sunday school. The vacation church school runs Tuesday through Friday 9 am to noon June 7 18 directed by Mrs Sarah Magyar.
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William P. Caldwell
Madison Square Presbyterian Church
Schowl
Maedison Square Presbyterian Church
Sarah
Christian Edition group to sing at First United Methodist Church
The Christian Edition, a youth choir from Laurel Its, will perform at First United Methodist Church in Stoneshara Atk Thursday at 7 40 p m The group includes senior and junior high students and will present songs promoting faith The program directed by Bob Fuller emphasizes ministry over professionalism and invites the public with no charge.
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Tavrel Heighes United Methodist Youth Pellowship
Inlind
Stoneshara
Atk
First United Methodist
Doneshor
Varlin Ice
Ih Rallins
Jesus
Christian Loition
Bob Fuller
First United Methodist Church
Jonesborn High School
Beacon Hill to Ordain Williams Beacon Hill
Williams to be ordained and installed as minister by the Presbytery of John Knox at Beacon Hill Presbyterian Church. The ceremony features Rev. John Evans and other church leaders, with Williams praised for degrees from Southwestern University and the Beacon Hill Theological Seminary. Family and local elders participate in the commission.
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John R. Willams
John Knox
Beacon Hill Presbyterian
Liams
Williams
Church of the
Cleve C. Wheelus
Minis Inn
Beacon
Presbyterian
Vale of the
Presbyterian Theology Church
Hal Seminary
Austin
Walter Johnson
Fred Knight
Courtney Wiliams
Andi Goodin
Dennis Griffin
Cars
Clifford W. Wilhar
Hope Lutheran Church to Dedicate New Sanctuary
Hope Lutheran Church at 714 Callaghan Road plans a 10:30 a.m. Sunday dedication of its new AdeSeal sanctuary led by Rev. Edward W. Steirving. Longtime member Steinbring, a Warburg Theological Seminary graduate and minister since 1902, has served Hope Lutheran since 1970 and helped organize the original 63 members of the congregation.
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Hope Lutheran Church
Callaghan Road
AdeSeal
Edward W. Steir Ving J
Hope Lutheran
Steinbring
Hope Lutheran Y
Sttmbring
Warburg Theological Seminary
Bubugie
Towa
San Antonia
Missin
Mary
Redeemer to Observe Festival
The Festival of the Holy Trinity will be observed at Redeemer Lutheran on June 9 at 10 30 a m. Pastor Rev Eric E Wagner will speak on An Adequate God.
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Redeemer Lutheran
Eric E. Wagner
Calvary to Open Bible School at Calvary Baptist Church
Calvary Baptist Church at 3000 IM New Braunfels will run a Vacation Bible School from Monday through June 18. It operates daily except Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to noon for ages 4 through 16. Activities include Bible study handwork outings and refreshments. For more information call 826-1091.
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Calvary Baptist Church
New Braunfels
Persins
Vacation Church School Opens at Alamo Heights Church
Hts. Christian will hold Vacation Church School registration at Alamo Heights Church after the second service. Theo Wagner leads registration. school runs June 28 to July 2. Teachers include Connie Passjaar, Patricia Pollard, Mary Kale, Cherry Liter, Ann Beil, Shirley Chandler, Bea Provines, Anita Kaschube, Jeannie LeCoke, Janna Russell. Barbara Edlington is secretary.
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Alamo Heights
Leristian Church
Colle
Theo Wagner
Tucker Gibsom
Connie Pass Jaar
Patricia Pollard
Gend Chung -i
Mary Low ‘Kale
Cherry Liter
Ann Beil
Shirley Chandler
Bea Provines
Anita Kaschube
Jeannie LeCoke
Janna Russell
Barbara Edtington
Evelyn Moore
Linda McDonald
Connie Porter
Barbara Keller
Pally Peyton
Jeannette Kerrenbro
Kirby Baptist to Screen The Bobby Richardson Story
Kirby Baptist Church at 514 Old Seguin Road will host a 7 p.m. Friday screening of The Bobby Richardson Story. Richardson, famed New York Yankees second baseman and World Series star, exemplifies Christian faith in sport and has appeared at Billy Graham Crusades. Nursery care will be provided.
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Bobby Richardson
Kirby Baptist Church
Old
Seguin Road
Richardson
New York
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